LANSING COMMUNITY COLLEGE
CURRICULAR GUIDE
Computer Graphics Animation
Associate in Applied Arts Degree
Curriculum Code: 0284 (Effective Fall 2001 - Summer 2006)
A computer animator is an artist who designs for video and film and uses a
computer as a primary tool. Animators must have creative abilities and
design, drawing, problem-solving, production, communication, and presentation
skills. Computer animators are employed in advertising, video production, the
motion picture industry (special effects to full cartoon features), and in the
growing multimedia industry, creating games, training materials, and
presentations. Not all courses in this program transfer to all colleges.
Students planning to transfer should see an academic advisor or counselor
before enrolling in any course.
PREREQUISITES
Students should see the "Course Descriptions" section of this catalog or the
Course Schedule for course prerequisite information. Basic skills assessment
and advising information may be found on page 8 of this catalog.
GENERAL EDUCATION
General education is an important part of this program and includes a
mathematics competency requirement. To fulfill the mathematics competency
requirement, students may need to complete specific course work in
mathematics. For information on how to fulfill all general education
requirements, see page 23.
INFORMATION
Contact the Art, Design and Multimedia Program, Academic and Office Facility,
Room 314, telephone number (517) 483-1476.
REQUIREMENTS TOTAL: 58 CREDITS
CODE TITLE CREDIT HOURS
ARTS 102 2-Dimensional Design 3
ARTS 131 Drawing I 3
ARTS 132 Life Drawing 3
ARTS 133 Surface Anatomy 3
ARTS 151 Computer Graphics/Illustration 3
ARTS 162 Typography 3
ARTS 171 Computer Graphics/Photography 3
ARTS 216 Humorous Illustration I 3
ARTS 228 Advanced Digital Imaging 3
ARTS 231 Comp Graphics/Advanced Illustr 3
ARTS 232 Comp Graphics/2-D Animation 4
ARTS 233 Comp Graphics/2-D Interactive 4
ARTS 234 Comp Graphics/3-D Animation I 4
ARTS 235 Comp Graphics/3-D Animation II 4
ARTS 236 Computer Graphics/Production 3
ARTS 269 The Portfolio (See Note 1) 2
ARTS 281 Art Internship 3
FILM 118 Film Production I 4
LIMITED CHOICE REQUIREMENTS TOTAL: 14-15 CREDITS
Complete the indicated number of credits from eachCHOICE listed below.
CHOICE 1: General Education Core Areas 12 Credits
(See the "GENERAL EDUCATION" section above)
Writing Core Area 3
Speech Communication Core Area 3
Science/Technology Core Area 3
Global Perspectives and Diversity Core Area 3
Mathematics Competency (See page 23 for information on
how to fulfill this requirement. Course work may be needed.)
CHOICE 2: Topics in Design/Multimedia 2-3 Credits
ARTS 260 Topics in Design & Multimedia 2
ARTS 261 Topics in Design & Multimedia 3
MINIMUM TOTAL 72NOTES:
1. The Portfolio is considered to be the final course in this curriculum.
All other courses must already be completed or be taken concurrently
with ARTS 269.
2. It is recommended that all students entering this curriculum have
computer experience in both Windows NT and Macintosh Operating Systems.
This experience may come from life or work experience, or other studies,
as well as CABS 100 Seminars - Introduction to Windows NT and
Introduction to the Macintosh. Students should consult with an advisor
in the Art, Design and Multimedia Program if they are not sure about
their computer skill level.
SUGGESTED COURSE SEQUENCE
Students should see course descriptions to find out when departments plan to
offer courses. Students who for any reason are unable to follow the course
sequence suggested below (for example, those who are part-time, have
transferred in courses from another school, or have prerequisites to fulfill)
should contact an academic advisor or counselor for help with adjustments.
I II III IV
ARTS 102 ARTS 132 ARTS 133 ARTS 231
ARTS 131 ARTS 151 ARTS 216 ARTS 232
FILM 118 ARTS 162 ARTS 228 ARTS 235
Lim.Ch. ARTS 171 ARTS 234 Lim.Ch.
Lim Ch. Lim.Ch. Lim.Ch.
V
ARTS 233
ARTS 236
ARTS 269
ARTS 281